Something happens as a reaction, something the Darkling notices but can't quite sense--something passes over Ellie's face, but they've only just met, and the Darkling hasn't yet begun to sink his claws into her.

She's certainly angry. The Darkling can't blame her, not with what's going on. Perhaps it's something from her world as well, something mingling.

He nods in confirmation as the other asks the question.

"I don't suppose time travel is a viable option where you're from? It's certainly moving oddly here."